Clinical and Education
Admission Requirements

Our Clinical Admission Committee holistically reviews each applicant’s admission materials and selects the most highly qualified candidates for a limited number of seats. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission into a program of study. Applicants are considered based on test scores, previous academic outcomes, industry related experience, and a thorough review of submitted documentation. 

The deadline for submission of application materials is published on the University’s website How to Apply. Only applicants who meet the deadline will be considered for acceptance. Applicants will be notified of the admission decision by the School Dean or an admissions representative. 

Program Interview Requirement

In addition to the general admission requirements, clinical and education programs require an additional interview by designated program administration, faculty, and/or staff.  Applicants who have met the admission requirements above will be eligible for an interview. The outcome of the interview is considered as part of the acceptance decision.
 

Additional Requirements and Documentation

• Official high school transcript 
• Official transcripts must be submitted for all previous college-level experience including college or alternative learning platforms.  
• Proof of Immunizations: Required Immunizations
• Proof of physical exam completed by a physician dated within the last 12 months
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination¹
• Background Check
• Drug Test 
• Fingerprinting (Education programs)
•  Recommendation letters may be requested (Education programs)

¹While we do not require proof of COVID vaccination from most members of the University community, there is an exception for students in our education, nursing, diagnostic medical sonography, and surgical technology programs. Applicants interested in pursuing one of these programs must provide their vaccination documentation as part of the application process to ensure that they can later complete their clinical hours at one of our community partners, most of whom mandate it.

Physical and Technical Requirements

Applicants for some degree programs must demonstrate certain physical and technical abilities such as the ability to lift 40 or more pounds and the ability to stand for extended periods of time. The full list of requirements is provided to the student during the admissions process.

Prior Academic Experience

• High School GPA of C+ (75) or higher

• College GPA (if applicable) of 2.75 or higher
• College Transfer Credit: 
  • Transfer credit for non-science courses must carry a grade of C or higher, and be applicable to the degree program.
  • Transfer credit for all science courses must carry a grade of C+ or higher and have been completed within the past 3 years.
  • Clinical classes from other institutions are not accepted for transfer credit.

Entrance/Placement Exams

• Math Accuplacer score of 250 or higher for Part I and Part II, or ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) score of 75 or higher

• Placement into college-level English, or transfer credits for English with grade of C or higher    

Program Interview: Required

Note: The DMS program is only offered during the day; as the required clinical externships are only available during the day.

 

Prior Academic Experience

• High School GPA of C+ (75) or higher
• College GPA (if applicable) of 2.75 or higher
• College Transfer Credits: 
  • Transfer credit for non-science courses must carry a grade of C or higher, and be applicable to the degree program.
  •  Transfer credit for all science courses must carry a grade of C+ or higher and have been completed within the past 3 years.

Entrance/Placement Exams

• Math Accuplacer score of 250 or higher for Part I and Part II
• Placement into college-level English, or transfer credits for English with grades of C or higher

Program Interview: Required

Note: The Surgical Technology program is only offered during the day and on the New Rochelle campus.

Prior Academic Experience

• High School GPA of C+ (75) or higher
• Evidence of C+ (75) or higher grades in algebra, biology/living environment, and chemistry at the high school or college level
• College GPA (if applicable) of 2.75 or higher
• College Transfer Credits: 
  • Transfer credits for non-science courses must carry a grade of C or higher, and be applicable to the degree program.
  • Transfer credits for all science courses must carry a grade of C+ or higher, and have been completed within the past 5 years.

Entrance/Placement Exams

• ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) score at the Proficient level of 70% or higher
  • Important Update About Taking the TEAS

Program Interview: Required

Prior Academic Experience

• GPA of 2.75 or higher 
• Transcript from Monroe University Practical Nursing Certificate or official transcript from an approved School of Practical Nursing
• LPN license to practice in New York State
• Evidence of C+ or higher grades in algebra, biology/living environment, and chemistry at the high school or college level 
• Evidence of C+ or higher grades in anatomy and physiology I and II and microbiology with labs at the college level
• Evidence of C or higher grades in English and General Psychology at the college level
• College Transfer Credits: 
  • Transfer credits for non-science courses must carry a grade of C or higher, and be applicable to the degree program.

Entrance/Placement Exams

• ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) score at the Proficient level of 70% or higher
  • Important Update About Taking the TEAS

Program Interview: Required

Prior Academic Experience

• High School GPA of C+ (75) or higher
• Evidence of C+ or higher grades in algebra, biology/living environment, and chemistry at the high school or college level
• College GPA (if applicable) of 2.75 or higher
• College Transfer Credits:
  •  Transfer credits for non-science courses must carry a grade of C or higher, and be applicable to the degree program.
  • Transfer credits for all science courses must carry a grade of C+ or higher and have been completed within the past 5 years

Entrance/Placement Exams

• ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) score at the Proficient level of 70% or higher  
  • Important Update About Taking the TEAS 

Program Interview: Required

Prior Academic Experience

• Associate degree or diploma-granting nursing program GPA of 2.5 or higher

Documentation

• Copy of the applicant’s valid RN license and proof of RN license registration status
• Official transcript

Prior Academic Experience

• High School GPA of B (80) or higher
• Evidence of C+ or higher grades in algebra, biology/living environment, and chemistry at the high school or college level

Entrance/Placement Exams

• ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) score at the Proficient level of 70% or higher    
  • Important Update About Taking the TEAS

Program Interview: Required

Prior Academic Experience

• Bachelor’s degree GPA of 2.75 or higher 
• Evidence of C+ or higher grades in algebra, biology/living environment, and chemistry at the high school or college level
• Refer to the University Catalog for other required prerequisite courses: Required Prerequisites
• College Transfer Credits: 
  • Transfer credits for non-science courses must carry a grade of C or higher, and be applicable to the degree program.
  •  Transfer credits for all science courses must carry a grade of C+ or higher and have been completed within the past 5 years.

Entrance/Placement Exams

• ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) score at the Proficient level of 70% or higher  
  • Important Update About Taking the TEAS 

Program Interview: Required

Prior Academic Experience

• Evidence of having completed a foreign medical degree or the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited non-U.S. medical school 
• Transcript evaluated by a NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member 
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residence
• Evidence of English language proficiency as validated by TOEFL, Duolingo, TEAS results, or transferable English courses from an accredited U.S. college or university

Entrance/Placement Exams

• ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) score at the Proficient level of 70% or higher     
  • Important Update About Taking the TEAS

Program Interview: Required

Prior Academic Experience

• High School GPA of B (80) or higher
• College GPA of 2.75 or higher

Entrance/Placement Exams

• English Accuplacer placement into college-level English, or transfer credits for English with grades of C or higher
• Math Accuplacer placement into college-level Math, or transfer credits for Math with grades of C or higher

The Teacher Opportunity Corps (TOC II) grants are available.

Program Interview: Required